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HR and international relations professional with experience across membership services, event coordination, and government/UN-related logistics. Skilled in stakeholder communication, reporting, and coordinating complex travel, security, and operational requirements for high-profile missions.
Holds multiple HR and diplomacy-related qualifications from the UK and Sri Lankan institutions, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel and a track record of coordinating media/public relations activities, supporting executive operations, and managing HR documentation such as attendance, leave, and staff contract preparation.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced
Greek, Modern
Beginner
Work Experience
Assistant Manager – Special Events and Member Services at Elevate by Access
January 1, 2018 - PresentSupported recruitment of members for the facility and assisted with customer/member communication and member relations. Coordinated with the marketing team to support promotion and sales of member and special-event services. Worked with the Guest Relations desk on event briefings, and helped prepare costings for member services and special events. Supported special-event coordination through coordination with relevant internal teams and on-the-ground guest/member service communication.
Assistant Manager - Special Events and Member Services at Elevate by Access
January 1, 2018 - PresentSupported recruiting of facility members and handled member/customer communication and member relations. Coordinated with the marketing team to promote services and drive sales. Worked with the Guest Relations desk on briefings for special events. Assisted in planning and costings for member services and special events. Provided operational support for special events and member engagement activities.
Consulting/Coordinating Officer (Executive Director’s Office) - Internship/Contract at Consortium of Humanitarian Affairs
January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016Six-month short-term contract. Coordinated activities in the Executive Director’s office including planning, scheduling, conducting, and proactively following up on initiatives directed by the Executive Director or Deputy Executive Director. Compiled monthly sectional reports and prepared information updates. Filed correspondence and maintained close liaison with the Administrative Assistant for scheduling staff interviews. Helped prepare staff contracts via the HRM unit. Maintained personal files (district office employees and special project employees), tracked attendance/leave summaries, and maintained documents on salary revisions, staff promotions, and disciplinary notifications. Supported the Post Reconciliation Unit and the Gift a Wish project for children in homes during the final two months, and organized a fund-raiser for institutionalized women.
Coordinator / Security Operations Room Officer (EU Election Observation Mission) at European Union Election Observation Missions (Galadari Hotel attachment)
July 15, 2015 - September 3, 2015Worked under security expert Mr. Pedro Guerra as mission coordinator and a Security Operations Room Officer. From 2015-07-15 to 2015-09-03 was attached to the Security Operations Unit based at the Galadari Hotel. Responsibilities included maintaining electronic mission equipment (SAT phones and vehicle tracking systems), managing medical equipment prepared for the mission, monitoring vehicle movements for international mission staff, and responding to urgent operational requirements when needed.
Security Operations Room Officer (Coordinator/Support) at European Union Election Observation Missions (2015)
July 15, 2015 - September 3, 2015Worked under Security Expert Mr. Pedro Guerra as coordinator and Security Operations Room Officer. From 2015-07-15 to 2015-09-03, attached to the Security Operations Unit based at the Galadari Hotel. Responsibilities included maintaining mission electronic equipment (SAT phones and vehicle tracking systems) and managing medical equipment preparation. Monitored vehicle movements of international mission staff and attended to urgent requirements as needed.
Consultant (CHOGM) / Human Rights Task Force Support / Logistics Officer (Papal visit, UN Division) at Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sri Lanka
August 1, 2013 - January 31, 2015Served as a Consultant for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from 2013-08-01 to 2013-12-31. From 2014-01-01 was attached to the Human Rights Task Force Division. Participated in logistics for the World Youth Council hosted by Sri Lanka in May 2014, including frequent travel to Hambantota and ensuring accurate, well-planned execution. In January 2015, worked in the UN Division on logistics for the Papal visit, including assisting with visas as required.
Consultant (CHOGM) / Human Rights Task Force (attached) at Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sri Lanka
August 1, 2013 - January 31, 2015As a consultant for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from 2013-08-01 to 2013-12-01. From 2014-01-01, attached to the Human Rights Task Force Division. In 2014-05, contributed to the World Youth Council hosted by Sri Lanka, including demanding travel coordination to Hambantota and ensuring accurate, articulate planning. In 2015-01, supported logistics for the Papal visit, including assistance with visas as required.
Public Relations Intern at Leo Burnett Solutions Inc.
September 1, 2010 - March 1, 2011Six-month internship supporting the Public Relations sector. Coordinated and communicated with media, conducted follow-ups for press conferences/releases, tracked coverages for Sinhalese newspapers, and carried out evaluations for the client Coca-Cola.
Public Relations Intern at Leo Burnett Solution Inc.
January 1, 2010 - June 30, 20106-month internship assisting the Public Relations sector. Coordinated with the media, conducted follow-ups for press conferences/releases, tracked press/media coverage for Sinhalese newspapers, and carried out evaluations for client Coca-Cola. Supported PR operations and reporting during campaigns.
Coordinating Officer (Executive Directors Office) – Internship at Consortium of Humanitarian Affairs
January 1, 2010 - June 30, 2010Short-term contract for 6 months, coordinating work in the Executive Director’s office. Planned, scheduled, conducted, and proactively followed up on initiatives directed by the Executive Director or Deputy Executive Director. Collated monthly sectional reports and prepared information updates. Managed filing of correspondence, supported administrative scheduling of staff recruitment interviews, and helped prepare staff contracts as advised by the HRM unit. Maintained personal files for district office and special project employees, tracked attendance/leave summaries, and maintained accurate documentation for salary revisions, staff promotions, and disciplinary notifications. Assisted in the Post Reconciliation Unit and “Gift a Wish” project for children in homes, and organized a fund raiser for “Institutionalized Women” during the last two months of tenure.
Education
BA (Hons) Human Resources Management at University of Northampton (UK)
January 1, 2016 - November 1, 2019Certificate Course in Diplomacy & International Relations at Royal Institute of Sri Lanka (affiliated to University of London)
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2010Diploma in Law at Royal Institute of Sri Lanka (affiliated to University of London)
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010BA (Hons) Human Resources Management at University of Northampton, UK
January 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019Diploma in Law at Royal Institute of Sri Lanka (affiliated to University of London)
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010Qualifications
Diploma in International Relations
March 1, 2011 - March 1, 2011Executive Certificate Course in Human Resources management
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010GCE Advanced Level
January 1, 2007 - August 1, 2007GCE Ordinary Level
January 1, 2005 - December 1, 2005BA (Hons) Human Resources Management
January 1, 2016 - November 1, 2019Diploma in International Relations
March 1, 2011 - March 1, 2011Executive Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010Certificate Course in Diplomacy & International Relations
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2010Diploma in Law (Royal Institute of Sri Lanka, affiliated to University of London)
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010Diploma in International Relations
March 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011Executive Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
December 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
September 1, 2010 - September 30, 2010Certificate Course in Diplomacy & International Relations
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
August 1, 2007 - August 31, 2007BA (Hons) Human Resources Management
January 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019Diploma in International Relations
March 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011Executive Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
December 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
September 1, 2010 - September 30, 2010Diploma in Law
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010Certificate Course in Diplomacy & International Relations
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010Certificate Course in Human Resources Management
August 1, 2007 - August 31, 2007GCE Advance Level (subjects listed in resume)
January 1, 2008 - August 25, 2026GCE Ordinary Level (subjects listed in resume)
December 1, 2005 - August 25, 2026Industry Experience
Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other, Travel & Hospitality
Experience Level
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